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The satirical band, One More Wish, is comprised of UNC graduates.Photo courtesy of Janet Northen

Parody boy band takes aim against HB2

By Rachel Jones | September 12

Not many think of protest music when considering the boy bands of the 90s. But for the Durham-based ad agency McKinney, the absurdity of the idea is completely ...

Junior Stephen Rich (center) and his mom, Biff, drinking La Croix and dancing to "Soulja Boy."Photo courtesy of Stephen Rich

The different types of LaCroix drinkers

By Lauren Farrington | September 12

LaCroix has two ingredients: carbonated water and natural flavor. In other words, LaCroix boasts no sugar, no sodium and no calories — LaCroix has no ...

Chaz French performs at the Lincoln Theater on Friday night.

What's going on this weekend: Sept. 9-11 edition

By Krupa Kaneria | September 9

UNC Chapel Hill Art a la Carte: Paint the Old Well en Plein Air Date: Saturday, September 10, 2016 Start: 4 p.m.

The Hopscotch Music Festival hosted various bands throughout the day in music venues and bars.

UNC fall fashion trends, post-Labor Day weekend

By Alex Gailey | September 9

It is that time of year — the awkward clothing transition period between summer and fall. As a UNC student, North Carolina weather can be very unpredictable. ...

UNC defensive tackle Nazair Jones (90) gets the defensive line hyped up before their season opener against Georgia. The Tar Heels fell to the Bulldogs 33-24 on Saturday in Atlanta.

The Wall Street Journal said UNC's football team is embarrassing. We asked UNC students what they thought.

By Maria Mullis | September 9

To coincide with the beginning of college football, The Wall Street Journal released its annual article and accompanying graph, “College Football’s ...

Evan's Snapchat filter elicited a range of responses in the Hinton James dorm.Courtesy of Megan Teems, first year

First-year ran for community governor using Harambe-themed Snapchat filter

By Alexis Hinnant | September 8

Rodgers, a first-year student and Robertson Scholar, recently ran for governor in the Hinton James community. His primary campaign tactic — a Harambe-themed ...

Paperhand production illustrates the life of a single water droplet, following it in full circle from raincloud to raincloud and everything in-between.

Paperhand Puppets inspire Chapel Hill teachers, kids through art program

By Maggie Mouat | September 8

When you are the puppet master of Chapel Hill and Carrboro, you have to take on grasshoppers eventually.

The ads that Wells Fargo ran. They have since apologized for the ad campaign.

Students showcase art appreciation in response to Wells Fargo ad

By Paige Connelly | September 8

In the rush of students moving to and from classes, Katie Moninghoff stood in the middle of it all, dressed in dance attire.

Sarah Schauber, a history and Peace, War, and Defense double major.Photo courtesy of Katie Moninghoff

We asked UNC students why art matters

By Paige Connelly | September 8

Wells Fargo released an ad recently captioned “A ballerina yesterday. An engineer today,” and “An actor yesterday. A botanist today.” This message ...

A close up of a balanced meal from the Top of Lenoir.

UNC takes healthy eating to new level with CDS

By Alexandra Blazevich | September 7

Welcome to college: where classes are hard and calories don’t matter. The truth is, college is hard.

I joined Bumble BFF for a week, and it made me grateful

By Cate Alspaugh | September 7

I spent a week on Bumble BFF to see if I could find a new best friend, and it was surprisingly encouraging.

Ryan and his friends on Ryan's 26th birthday.

Office DJ: 'Adult Diversion' edition

By Ryan Salchert | September 6

Last week, it was José’s birthday. On Sunday, it was mine.

10 things you know to be true if your bed is lofted

By Alli Ehrman | September 6

When you live in a 12' x 10' room, every inch of space matters. Lofting your bed comes in handy when you want to maximize your limited space — but it ...

Silly Bandz were definitely in style for a throwback back-to-school look.

Back to school fashion trends: '90s to now

By Hanzhang Connie Jin | September 6

After the initial back-to-school rush, we thought it fitting to reflect on simpler times. What trends have changed from middle school (and even earlier) ...

Caravan Palace performs at Cat's Cradle Friday evening.

A lot of cool concerts are coming to Cat's Cradle; Here's what you should see

By Callie Riek | September 6

Cat’s Cradle is basically concert heaven. It’s within walking distance, it’s cheap and the tiny venue somehow manages to host all your favorite ...

The Tar Heels celebrate after Tucker Hume (36) scored against Syracuse Sunday afternoon in the quarterfinals of the ACC tournament.

What's going on this weekend: Sept. 2-5 edition

By Krupa Kaneria | September 2

The weekend is upon us and there are so many things going on in the Chapel Hill area. Staff writer Krupa Kaneria compiled a list of the best events in ...

It's almost International Bacon Day, so we found the best bacon in Chapel Hill

By Mary Glen Hatcher | September 2

They say the best way to a college student’s heart is through their stomach. And is there honestly any better vehicle than bacon? (Sorry @vegetarians ...